Law360, New York (February 21, 2012, 4:37 PM ET) -- A free trade deal between the U.S. and South Korea — which is expected to lower tariffs on hundreds of U.S. exports and support at least 250,000 American jobs — will go into effect March 15, U.S. officials said Tuesday.
The agreement to be implemented next month has faced concerns from legislators and industry groups in both countries — particularly from the automotive sector — that stalled its implementation for nearly five years.
U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk said Tuesday’s announcement followed a weekend of exchanges...
Trade Deal To Open S. Korean Market For US Goods
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